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Discussion in 'New Member Introductions' started by StreamSmith, Jun 18, 2020.

  1. Jun 18, 2020 at 7:22 PM
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    StreamSmith

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    StreamSmith [OP] New Member

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    Just purchased my 2nd 4Runner, this time a 08 V8 4x4 Limited. My first was a 99 Limited that was my favorite car I've ever had, but alas, I was a young kid and drove that sucker into the ground. Got it with 230k and it finally gave out (threw a rod) at 304k. I abused that truck and I kick myself every day for failing to understand what I had. Fast forward about 10 years and here I am again, with this new purchase and a newfound respect for these amazing trucks. I got a great price on a slightly lifted and grill guarded 2008 V8 4x4 Limited with exactly 160k in nearly mint condition inside and out, and i want to make sure i take care of it. She's my new obsession and i can't wait to get her a little muddy. However I want to do so responsibly and within reason. The only things I can find off about this thing are a blown sub (planning on fixing that asap) and there is a slight shudder when I accelerate from a complete stop. I can not wait to get my hands dirty working on this thing as that was one of my favorite parts of my first one. I by no means am a mechanic, but am good with my hands and am a quick learner. Thanks, and with that I'll leave you with the picture of me driving it away from the guy I got it from, who was the second owner.

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    StreamSmith, Jun 18, 2020
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  2. Jun 18, 2020 at 7:24 PM
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    Pinay

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    Pinay New Member

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    Welcome from SoCal!
     
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  3. Jun 18, 2020 at 9:06 PM
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    Mohoman

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    Mohoman New Member

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    Queen of Battle
    Welcome from 512!! Nice looking runner you got there!
     
    Mohoman, Jun 18, 2020
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  4. Jun 18, 2020 at 9:58 PM
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    gunsnob

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    gunsnob New Member

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    Kings Shocks, SPC UCA’s, Method MR702 rims, Toyo AT III’s in 285/70/17, Gobi Roof Rack, various Baja Designs lights.
    Welcome from Illinois via Fort Worth.
     
    gunsnob, Jun 18, 2020
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  5. Jun 19, 2020 at 2:50 AM
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    Thatbassguy

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    Thatbassguy New member? Really??

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    RSG sliders, Yakima offgrid basket, Pro-Comp wheels, SOS Streamline bumper and skids, Warn VR EVO10S winch + Ultimate Sidewinder, Bilstein 6112 + 5100 + rear lift coils, Rigid Dually SS ditch lights w/Caliraised brackets and OEM style dash switch
    Welcome to the forum!
     
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  6. Jun 19, 2020 at 3:44 AM
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    Matze

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    Matze Fremdsprachler

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    Welcome aboard
     
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  7. Jun 19, 2020 at 4:29 AM
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    NoLight

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    2019 TRD OffRoad Premium
    OME 3 inch all around with bilstiens. 285 duratracs SPC upper control arms
    Welcome!!
     
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  8. Jun 19, 2020 at 4:49 AM
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    4Run Like An Antelope

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    4Run Like An Antelope Everything is everything and nothing is too!

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    Blackout Emblem Overlays TRD Pro Grille 17-in. TRD Matte Black Wheels 265/70R-17 BFG KO2 Tires RSG Angled Sliders With Top Plate RCI Aluminum Skid Plates Bilstein 5100 Shocks Gobi Stealth Roof Rack
    Welcome from KY!
     
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  9. Jun 19, 2020 at 5:01 AM
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    stewtopia

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  10. Jun 19, 2020 at 6:36 AM
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    SlvrSlug

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    SlvrSlug Slightly bent.

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    Welcome.
     
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  11. Jun 19, 2020 at 4:05 PM
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    Yankee808

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    Yankee808 New Member

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    Aloha!
    Looks like you gotta nice 4Runner
     
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  12. Jun 19, 2020 at 5:22 PM
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    Thanks! I'm in love!
     
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    brownbear

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    brownbear Relax

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    NFab side steps TRD matte blk wheels K&N airfilter, go rhino rear hitch step,
    Welcome from FL.
     
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